Dubai's largest airline resumes flights
Emirates, Dubai's flagship carrier, has restarted flights to nearly all of its destinations, with demand for its services staying strong.
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Russia-Saudi Arabia visa-free deal comes into force on May 11
The agreement between the governments of Russia and Saudi Arabia on the mutual abolition of visa requirements for citizens of the two countries comes into force on May 11, the Russian Foreign Ministry said.
China ready to extend visa-free regime for Russians by one year
China has notified Russia about its readiness to extend the visa-free regime for Russians by a year, until September 2027, the newspaper Izvestiya reported on Monday, citing a source in the Russian Foreign Ministry.
Abkhazia to become more accessible to Russian tourists
As a result of the Psou checkpoint reconstruction on the Russian-Abkhaz border, it will be able to accommodate more Russian travelers.
Chinese visitors account for largest number of tourists in Russia last year
China ranked first in the number of tourists visiting Russia last year. Overall, inbound tourism increased by 15%.
Foreign tourist inflow to Russia up by 36 percent in January
The inflow of foreign tourists to Russia increased by 36% in January 2026 year-on-year, Russia's Minister of Economic Development Maxim Reshetnikov said at a meeting of the ministry’s board.
Sochi authorities deny reports of possible loss of million tourists
Previously, tourism industry representatives predicted a loss of one million tourists in 2026
Indian tourists cancel Russian tours due to Iran
The conflict in the Middle East and the inability to transit through the Persian Gulf countries are forcing Indian tourists to cancel their trips to Russia
Over 1,500 Russians stranded in the Maldives
The Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR) is already sounding the alarm regarding the current situation
Antalya expects 145,000 Russian tourists per week this summer
The tourist flow from Russia to Antalya this summer may increase by 3%, with the airport expected to welcome approximately 145,000 Russian guests weekly.
Number of foreign tourists visiting Russia increases by 15 in year
The number of foreign tourists visiting Russia has increased by 15% in 2025, compared to the previous year, reaching 4.8 million people, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko said.
Mudslide partially blocked road in Sochi mountains
Traffic is currently being diverted along the road, while utility workers are working to clean up the aftermath
Russians can travel to 120 countries visa-free
As of early 2026, Russian citizens can visit 120 countries without obtaining a visa in advance, according to the Russian State Duma.
Türkiye’s holiday destination marks another record year
Türkiye’s leading holiday destination Antalya ended 2025 with a new visitor record, welcoming a total of 17.12 million tourists, according to Turkish Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy.
Russia and Azerbaijan top CIS "Green" Tourism Ranking
Russia and Azerbaijan have taken the lead in the 2025 CIS "Green" Tourism ranking. These countries are recognized as the most active in implementing sustainable tourism strategies.
Russians travel to Turkey more often in 2025
Turkey ranks first in terms of demand among Russian tourists this year, Vice President of the Russian Union of Travel Industry Dmitry Gorin said.
Tourism growth in Dagestan is unique, Ilya Umansky says
Tourist flow to the republic has been growing every year, demonstrating double-digit rate
Moscow and New Delhi may establish visa-free travel
Russia and India are discussing the potential introduction of a visa-free regime for group tourists, a measure aimed at strengthening tourism ties between the two countries.
ATOR expects significant increase in tourism from Saudi Arabia due to visa waiver
The Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR) is expecting a significant increase in mutual tourism between Russia and Saudi Arabia after the visa waiver.
Russia waives visas for Chinese tourists
Chinese nationals traveling to Russia for tourism or business purposes for up to 30 days have been granted the ability to enter the country without visas, according to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s decree.
